What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Assistant position at Pine Creek Veterinary Associates?
Looking for an energetic, upbeat, individual for a full-time position at a busy three doctor practice. Preferred Candidate must be self-motivating, hardworking, and possess strong communication skills. Must be able to work some nights and Saturdays. Benefits package available. Willing to train individuals that can retain information quickly and accurately.
- Assist Doctors in exam rooms.
- Provides compassionate patient care, keeping patients clean, dry, and comfortable.
- Alerts the veterinarian(s) to changes in patients’ condition.
- Provides safe and effective patient restraint.
- Run Lab equipment.
- Clean cages, and treatment areas.
- Able to bend, kneel on the floor and get back up ;),stretch, and lift 50 pounds.
- Able to multitask in a calm organized manner.
- Arrive to work on time ready to assist where needed.
- Serves as a representative of the hospital, displaying courtesy, tact, consideration, and a positive attitude in all interactions with clients, patients, and other staff members.
- Demonstrates initiative in everyday duties by seeking other work during down times, assisting other employees, and filling in for other employees as needed.
*Please no student applications. We are looking for a long-term staff member to join our team.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $12.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Rotating weekends
Application Question(s):
- The starting wage for this position is $12 an hour. Knowing that would you be interested in continuing with the interview process?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $12